Hello from Arizona

[JulyFireFly 6]

Hello... I am just starting my LB journey and I am excited and scared at the same time!!

I have gotten the go ahead from my PCP, now I have to choose a surgeon, and I am finding this to be fustrating!!!

Just wondering if there is anybody in Arizona who could recomend a Dr?

[Laura Lane 0]

Hi, I am not from Arizona, but I went with Dr. Aceves in Mexicali and I know that Arizona is not far away. So, you could check him out. I hightly recommend him and his staff, they are very reliable and professional and i didn't have any complications. If you need any more information call Nina she's the patient coordinator and she'll gladly give you all the necessary info. Goodluck, and please keep me posted.:smile:

[JulyFireFly 6]

Thanks for the info Laura. I researched 3 Doc's last night. I came up with Dr.Simpson, Dr.Blackstone, and Dr.Schwartz. It's just a matter of choosing one and making an appointment! I keep you posted:redface:

[june09bandit 0]

I used Dr. Schwartz. I feel he is a great surgeon, but he's not very "touchy feely". Personally, I didn't care, but I know others are very put off by that kind of personality. I had zero complications from the surgery itself - not even the infamous shoulder pain. It's also pretty easy to schedule follow up appts with his office. None of the office staff are "snarky". I've been pleased with him as my surgeon.

Edited April 22, 2010 by june09bandit

[JulyFireFly 6]

Thanks lbndoc:redface:. My PCP has said that Dr. Schwartz isn't exactly the most outwardly person, but that he's a great surgeon, and that's what matters in the end!

[Mommy2Ps 4]

Hey Stranger!! We need to talk!! I'm glad you're heading in the right direction!! I can't wait to share this journey with you!!

[JulyFireFly 6]

Hey mommy2ps! Good to here from you. Ahhh yes, I'll email you and give you and update BTW I love your blog!:biggrin:

[susi1662 3]

Hi!

I am in Peoria, and am going thru the weight loss institute of AZ in Phx. Their surgeons are Dr. DeBarros and Dr. Orris. My doc is DeBarros. I like him alot! He is very personable, and the other thing is is that he has a band himself! So he knows what his patients go thru first hand.

They have seminars on the east side, central Phx and also on the west side. You should check them out!

susi

[JulyFireFly 6]

Thanks susi1662, I'll look up his contact info. Good luck on your journey, keep me posted on your progress!:eek: